M8 belt tension and removal tools

[arhcat]

Hello folks!
I have an '07 M8 153'' and am looking at the tools for the secondary clutch. Specifically, the belt deflection and removal tools. Some brands (Black Diamond) list two or three separate tools, some show one. Does anyone use these, what exactly do I need? What is the best way to remove the drive belt w/o damaging it? Any tips, tricks, or advice on these questions would be greatly appreciated. Dealers, shoot me a package deal on the stuff I need! Thanks!

By the way, got an inch of fresh snow on 10/11/09. Great to see the white stuff even if it melted today!

 

[Nubulin]

2 ways I use:
1: The easiest way to take the belt off is to remove the secondary bolt, then flip the stock deflection adjuster around and put the bolt back in. This compresses the shieves enough to get the belt off. Nothing to slip.

2: You can also use a strap wrench from sears. Set the parking brake. Take out the deflection adjuster as it will pinch your fingers between it and the helix if you slip. It can be really nasty with the 280lb spring and sharp edge. Then just twist the clutch with the strap wrench on the end of the helix.

The BDX tool is junk and cumbersome to use. On an 08, you need an different helix, end cap, deflection adjuster, and wrench. Its way easier to use the other 2 methods. I also hate the BDX deflection adjuster too. It always seems to move. The stock one is slower to adjust, but works a lot better.